Theatre, Live Performances and Cultural Events
Thursday, Feb. 9, Friday, Feb. 10 and Saturday, Feb. 11
“Frozen” by Bryony Lavery opens at 7:30 at Theatre B downtown Fargo. This play runs Thursdays through Saturdays through Feb. 25 with an ASL performance Feb. 10.
Friday, Feb. 10, Saturday, Feb. 11 and Sunday, Feb. 12
“Annie, Jr.” at 7:30 p.m. presented by the FMCT Children’s Studio Theatre Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at the FMCT Stage at Island Park in Fargo
Friday, Feb. 10
Songwriter/singer Chubby Checker, known for “The Twist”that topped Billboard’s list of the most popular singles in the “Hot 100” appears at 8 p.m. at the Shooting Star Casino in Mahnomen, Minn.
Roy Clark, singer/musician and host of the nationally televised variety show, “Hee-Haw,” treats the valley with bluegrass and country songs like “Yesterday, When I Was Young,” at 8 p.m. q5 the Dakota Magic Casino in Hankinson, N.D.
Legendary songwriter Kostas with Michael Pink at 7:30 p.m. at the Listening Room of the Spirit Room downtown Fargo
Thursday, Feb. 9, Friday, Feb. 10 and Saturday, Feb. 11
Michael Johns at 8 p.m. Thursday, 8 and 10:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday at Courtney’s Comedy Club in Moorhead
Friday, Feb. 10 and Saturday, Feb. 11
Lake Agassiz Regional Library presents Skålmusik performing traditional Scandinavian dance and music at 10 a.m. at the Climax Community Center, 2 p.m. at the Fertile Library, 6:30 at the Shelly LINK Site on Friday and at 10:30 a.m. at the Mahnomen Library, 1 p.m. in the Ada Library and 7 p.m. at the Rothsay Community Center.
Saturday, Feb. 11
“A Russian Winter” featuring Simona Barbu with the Greater Grand Forks Symphony at 7:30 p.m. at the Empire Arts Center in Grand Forks
23rd Annual Sweetheart Ball at 6 p.m. at the Holiday Inn in Fargo
“Getha Diva On!”for an afternoon of fashion, beauty and pampering from 3-5 p.m. at the Fire Hall Theatre in Grand Forks
Sunday, Feb. 12
Musical Calendar Pops Concert at 4 p.m. at the NDSU Festival Concert Hall
Tuesday, Feb. 14 through Sunday, Feb. 19
“Cyrano” directed by David Wintersteen at 8 p.m. evenings and 2 p.m. Sunday at the Lab Theatre at Concordia College in Moorhead
Tuesday, Feb. 14 and Wednesday, Feb. 15
“Sugar Rush “with Allan Dragseth and Roger Odegaard who founded the RRV Sugarbeet Museum in Crookston and bring some of the history and memorabilia at 10:30 a.m. at the Crookston Library, 1:30 p.m. to the Twin Valley LINK Site, 7 p.m. to Lake Park LINK Site on Tuesday and 10:30 a.m. to the Breckenridge Library, 1 p.m. to the Moorhead Library, and 6 p.m. to the Halstad Living Center on Wednesday.
Wednesday, Feb. 15
Mayor’s Choice Reception celebrating the work of Jessica Pribula from 4 – 5:30 p.m. at the Grand Forks City Hall; free event, the public is welcome
Pubs and Clubs
Thursday, Feb. 9
Darren Geffre at 7:30 p.m. at the Shooting Star Casino in Mahnomen, Minn.
3 Pill Morning at the Nestor Tavern in Fargo
Jazz Night from 7-9 p.m. at Basie’s in the Ramada in Fargo
Todd Clouser’s A Love Electric at 8:30 p.m. at the HoDo Lounge of the Hotel Donaldson downtown Fargo; no cover
Sebastian Bach with Unleashed at the Venue at the Hub in Fargo
Friday, Feb. 10
North Country Fiddle and Dance Community Dance from 7:30-10 p.m. at the Eagles Club in East Grand Forks
24 Seven at JC Chumley’s in Moorhead
Darren Geffre at 7:30 p.m. at the Shooting Star Casino in Mahnomen, Minn.
Thunder Ridge at 9 p.m. at Playmakers in Fargo
Nasty Habit in the lounge of the Dakota Sioux Casino in Watertown, S.D.
32 Below at Pickle Park in Fridley, Minn.
8th Hour at the VFW in West Fargo
Boomtown at O’Leary’s in Moorhead
The Dead Beats at O’Kelly’s in Fargo
Dirty White at the M&J Saloon in West Fargo
Face for Radio at the Spirits Lounge of the Holiday Inn in Fargo
Fat Daddy’s at the Alibi Lounge of the Vista Inn in Fargo
Fuse/Vibe at the Z103 in Fergus Falls, Minn.
Nasty Habit at the Dakota Sioux Casino in Watertown, S.D.
October Road at Dae Udder Place in Minot, N.D.
Our Last Secret at the Windbreak Saloon in Fargo
Rhyme or Reason at Big Daddy’s in Grand Forks
The Roosters at Treasure Island Casino in Welch, Minn.
Silverado at theDakota Magic Casino in Hankinson, N.D.
Smoking Gun at the Z103 in Fergus Falls, Minn.
The SOL Band at the Pickled Parrot in Fargo
Swinging Fridays at 7 p.m. at the Nemzek Hall Dance Studio, room 208, at MSUM in Moorhead; free
Saturday, Feb. 11
Russ Peterson and the Funk Commission from 8-11 p.m. at the Avalon downtown Fargo
24 Seven at The Ram in Valley City, N.D.
32 Below at the Sandbar II in Detroit Lakes, Minn.
Darren Geffre at 7:30 p.m. at the Shooting Star Casino in Mahnomen, Minn.
8th Hour at the VFW in West Fargo
Acoustic Addiction at Lucky’s 13 Pub in Fargo
Billy D & the Crystals at Legends in Breckenridge, Minn.
Nasty Habit in the lounge of the Dakota Sioux Casino in Watertown, S.D.
Boomtown at the NFL Clubin Napoleon, N.D.
Dirty White at the M&J Saloon in West Fargo
Dirty Word at the Chart House in Lakeville, Minn.
Face for Radio at the Sprits Lounge of the Holiday Inn in Fargo
Fat Daddy’s at the Alibi Lounge of the Vista Inn in Fargo
The Front Fenders at a fundraiser in Fosston, Minn.
Fuse.Vibe at Hagge’s in Mapleton, N.D.
Nasty Habit at the Dakota Sioux Casino in Watertown, S.D.
October Road at Dae Udder Place in Minot, N.D.
Our Last Secret at the Windbreak Saloon in Fargo
The Past Due Band at the RMHC Sweetheart Ball at the Holiday Inn in Fargo
Rhyme or Reason at Big Daddy’s in Grand Forks
The Roosters at the Treasure Island Casino in Welch, Minn.
Silverado at the Elk’s in Fargo
The SOL Band at the Pickled Parrot in Fargo
Triple Play at the Holiday Inn in Detroit Lakes, Minn.
Sunday, Feb. 12
Kinetix at 8:30 p.m. at the HoDo Lounge of the Hotel Donaldson downtown Fargo
Jazz Night at 7:30 p.m. at the Red Raven Espresso Parlor on Main in Fargo
Stephen Kellogg and the Sixers with Chris Koza & Katrina at 8 p.m. at the Aquarium downtown Fargo
Monday, Feb. 13
Monday Night Jam/Open Mic at 9:30 p.m. at the Pickled Parrot in Fargo
Tuesday, Feb. 14
Valentine’s Day at the HoDo Restaurant for a 7 Course Prix Fixe Dinner for $169. per couple; reservations required
Fargo Swings! starting at 8:30 p.m. in the Starlight Ballroom at the Avalon Ballroom in Fargo
Red Raven Comedy Night from 9:30-11:30 p.m. with sign ups by 9:15 p.m. at the Red Raven Espresso Parlor on Main in Fargo
Karaoke
Thursday, Feb. 9
Ashmore Karaoke at 9 p.m. at the JC Corral in Dilworth, Minn.
Ashmore Karaoke with Deb from 8-midnight at the Teamsters in Fargo
Ashmore Karaoke with Pepper at 9 p.m. at the Bowler in Fargo
Rooter’s Bar Karaoke at 9 p.m. in Fargo
Pickled Parrot Karaoke at 9:30 p.m. in Fargo
Karaoke at 9:30 p.m. at Speck’s Bar in Fargo
Friday, Feb. 10
Ashmore Karaoke at 9 p.m. at the Moorhead VFW in
Dilworth, Minn.
Ashmore Karaoke with Pepper at the Teamsters at 9:30 p.m. in Fargo
Ashmore Karaoke at 8 p.m. at the VFW in Pelican Rapids, Minn.
Saturday, Feb. 11
Ashmore Karaoke at 9 p.m. at the Bowler in Fargo
Karaoke at 2 p.m. at the Mustang Lounge of the Shooting
Star Casino in Mahnomen, Minn.
Ashmore Karaoke at 8:30 p.m. at the Wild Rice in Fargo
Ashmore Karaoke at 9 p.m. at Bordertown in West Fargo, N.D.
Karaoke at O’Kelly’s in Fargo
Sunday, Feb. 12
DJ Bingham karaoke from 9:30 p.m. to closing at Big D’s in Fargo
Monday, Feb. 13
Karaoke with Frank Collins at 9 p.m. at the Rooters Bar in
Fargo
Tuesday, Feb. 14
Pepper’s Karaoke at 9 p.m. at the Bowler in Fargo
Wednesday, Feb. 15
Pepper’s Karaoke with Pepper at 9:30 p.m. at the Northern in Fargo
Karaoke at 7 p.m. at the Shooting Star Mustang Lounge in
Mahnomen, Minn.
The Karaoke Lady at 8 p.m. at Speck’s Bar in Fargo
Community and Family Events
Thursday, Feb. 9
Crafts for Teens: Hardware Jewelry. Make funky jewelry to wear and share from items at the hardware store starting at 4 p.m. at the Main Fargo Library. All materials provided. Space is limited; pre-registration is required. Register online at www.fargolibrary.org or call Bree, the Teen Librarian, at 476-5978
Family Storytime (Pajama Jamboree) starting at 6:30 p.m. at the Dr. James Carlson Library in Fargo. Kids can come dressed in their PJ’s; families welcome. Call 241-1495.
Literary Book Dating @ Atomic Coffee, for 18-30 year olds. Meet a novel friend or even a new love during this literary speed dating event at the downtown Fargo’s Atomic Coffee (222 Broadway) starting at 7 p.m. Bring a book you love or loathe as a talking point. Free. For information, contact Lacey at 241-1492.
Friday, Feb. 10
Daddy’s Little Sweetheart Dance at 6 p.m. at the Historic Holmes in Detroit Lakes, Minn.
Free Friday Movies. Featured movie is “The Conspirator” (PG-13) with a screening starting at 1 p.m. at the Dr. James Carlson Library in Fargo. Free popcorn will be served. Call the Lori West at 476-5977 for details.
Saturday, Feb. 11
“Fancy Nancy Tea Party” sponsored by the Red Hat Cha-Cha-Chas and the EGF Campbell Library is a tea party for little ladies 4-8 years old highlighting Jane O’Connor’s
Fancy Nancy books from 3-4 p.m. at the East Grand Forks Library; free but registration required at 218-399-3219
Teen Pool Party from 6:30-9 p.m. at the Fargo South High Swimming Pool; free with student ID
Chemistry Matters! Science Event for Kids starting at 9:30 a.m. at the Dr. James Carlson Library in Fargo. A 90-minute hands-on science program for kids in grades 4 – 6. Space is limited; pre-registration is required. A second session is repeated at 11:30 a.m. Register online at www.fargolibrary.org or call 241-1495. Free.
Saturday Storytime at Carlson starting at 10 a.m. at the Dr. James Carlson Library. No registration required. Free. Contact the Children’s Librarian at 241-1495 for details.
Sunday, Feb. 12
8th Annual Destination Anchor Island for a Caribbean afternoon of music, water games and prizes from 1-5 p.m. at the Fargo South Indoor Pool; $2. each swimmer
Unraveled Crafters from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Dr. James Carlson Library. For novice and expert crafters alike. Call Lori West at 476-5977 or lwest@cityoffargo.com for details. Free.
Monday, Feb. 13
“Sweets for the Sweet” Event. Kids ages 4 to 10 are invited to make a valentine and a sweet treat to celebrate the holiday from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Northport Library in Fargo. Space is limited; pre-registration is required. All materials provided. Free. Register online or contact 241-1495 for details.
Peace Corps Stories at 7 p.m. at the Moorhead Library
Scrabble Night at 6:30 p.m. at the Moorhead Library
“Mardi Gras Madness” Event. Kids in grades 4 to 6 are invited to learn about the celebration of Mardi Gras. There will be themed games, Cajun treats, parade float crafts and mask making, too, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the Main Library in Fargo. Space is limited; pre-registration is required. Call the Children’s Librarian for details. Free.
Family Storytime (Pajama Jamboree) starting at 6:30 p.m. at the Main Library in Fargo. Kids can come dressed in their PJ’s; families welcome. Call 241-1495.
eBooks and eAudiobooks Class. Got questions about using your new eReader, Nook or Kindle? Come to this session to get some help with basic questions on how to access and download ebooks to your device starting at 6:30 p.m. at the Dr. James Carlson Library in Fargo. Registration is required due to limited seating. Call 701-476-5980 or visit the Information Desk at the Dr. James Carlson Library to register. Free.
Tuesday, Feb. 14
All ages are welcome for Chess Night at 6:30 p.m. at the
Moorhead Library
Teen computer night from 4-8 p.m. at the Moorhead Library
Storytime at 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. at the Moorhead Library
eBooks and eAudiobooks Class. Got questions about using your new eReader, Nook or Kindle? Come to this session to get some help with basic questions on how to access and download ebooks to your device starting at 10 a.m. at the Main Library. Registration is required due to limited seating. Call 701-241-1492 or visit the Information Desk at the Main Library to register. Free.
Flicker Tale Readers Club. For kids in grades 2 through 6 starting at 4 p.m. at the Main Library. Featured title is Of Thee I Sing: A Letter to my Daughters by Barack Obama. Extra books are available for check-out. Space is limited; pre-registration is required. Register online at www.fargolibrary.org or call Children’s Librarian at 241-1495. Free.
Crafts for Teens: Hardware Jewelry. Make funky jewelry to wear and share from items at the hardware store starting at 4 p.m. at the Dr. James Carlson Library in Fargo. All materials provided. Space is limited; pre-registration is required. Register online at www.fargolibrary.org or call Bree, the Teen Librarian, at 476-5978 or email teens@cityoffargo.com. Free.
“2 Hour Bootcamp: Get Out of Your Own Way and Get Results!” from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at the Fargo Doublewood Inn; $40 registration fee
Wednesday, Feb. 15
Computer Help Session. Get answers to your basic computer questions from one of our librarians. Also help for eReader questions, online search and word processing questions from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Northport Library in Fargo. Free. Contact 241-1492 for details.
Northport Classics Book Club meets at 6:30 p.m. at the Northport Library in Fargo. The featured title is Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov. Contact Lori at 476-5977 for information and a complete list of featured titles. Free.
Wii Wednesdays at 6 p.m. at the Moorhead Library
Galleries
Cyrus M. Running Gallery
Annual Concordia Faculty Art Exhibition
East Grand Forks Campbell Library
“Northern Exposures” Photography Exhibit through March 31
Hjemkomst Center
“Exploring Now: 365 Days to 50” and “The sheARTS Project: Art Hats for Breast Cancer Awareness through Mar. 26
“The Boom: 1945-1960 in Clay County” opening reception Feb. 3 from 3:30 – 6 p.m. is free and open to the public
NDSU Memorial Union
“Endless Forms Most Beautiful” through Feb. 25
“Teapots & Platters” through Feb. 27
Nichole’s Fine Pastry
“indiVISUAL II” photography by Dan Francis through March 3
Plains Art Museum
Art on the Plains XI through May 20
“Birch Bark, Clay, Pixels, Paint: New Work in the Museum
Collection” through April 15
You Like This: A Democratic Approach to the Permanent Collection through Jan. 29
Rourke Art Gallery
Jay Hopkins “Down Home” through March 4
Gordon Mortensen, “A Fine Line”
Rourke Art Museum
Kirk Williams with “Parades, Ta-Da!” and “Pastels in Dreams” through Feb. 26
Three Rivers Arts Council
Breckenridge-Wahpeton Sports Photo Exhibition through Feb. 29
Velkommen: Grand Forks
“A Scandinavian Collective: Julestemning (Spirit of Christmas) a collection of art from Norway and Sweden
Seasonal Events
“The Little Star that Could” through March 5 at 7 p.m. Monday and 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the MSUM Planetarium in Moorhead; call 218-477-2920 for more information
See the real “Fargo Wood Chipper” from the set of the Oscar-winning film at the FM Visitors Center in Fargo
Youth Open Gyms program in cooperation with Fargo Public Schools provides use of neighborhood elementary gymns for games Saturdays and Sundays at various hours; see www.fargoparks.com for full schedule through March 13.
Indoor Swimming Pool open hours from 1-5 p.m. through March 25, Saturdays and Sundays at the Fargo South Pool
Mark Your Calendars!
Feb. 18: Celebration of Women and Their Music at the Fargo Theatre
Feb: 19: Gene Krupa Orchestra at the Northern Lights Casino
Feb. 23: The Past Due Band plays the 23rd Annual Ronald McDonald House Sweetheart Ball!
Feb. 24: Lorrie Morgan and Pam Tillis at the Shooting Star
Feb. 25: Comedy on the Rez at Spirit Lake
Please send your event information for publication in
the Metrolights column by Monday of each week to
leybou@gmail.com or call (218) 284-1288.